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Michael Le Pard (“Mr. Totalmotorcycle”) is the Founder of Total Motorcycle, the world’s largest motorcycle information site, trusted by over 430 million riders since 1999. With over 34 years of experience in motorcycles, gear and rider culture, he has built a global community dedicated to empowering and inspiring motorcyclists. Total Motorcycle remains his passion project. Combining expert research, hands‑on knowledge and a commitment to helping riders make informed decisions about bikes, gear and safety worldwide.

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Untouchable once again in FIM Supersport World Championship Estoril

May 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Dominique Aegerter proved to be untouchable once again in the FIM Supersport World Championship, storming to a fourth-consecutive victory following a record-breaking Superpole earlier on Saturday. The Swiss rider led championship challenger Lorenzo Baldassarri home […]

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Blistering pace today in hot Race at MotoAmerica VIRginia International Raceway

May 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Fresh N Lean Progressive Yamaha Racing’s Jake Gagne set a blistering pace today in a hot Race 1 at the VIRginia International Raceway to take the win and advance his position in the MotoAmerica Superbike […]

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FIM HARD ENDURO WORLD CHAMPIONSHIP SERBIA ROUND 2 RESULTS

May 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The second round of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship proved a tough one for Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Billy Bolt, with the defending champion battling hard to take a well-deserved fourth at Serbia’s Xross Hard Enduro […]

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Record upon record for Pirelli at the Estoril WorldSBK round

May 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

With SC1 front and SCX rear, Álvaro Bautista wins Race 1 and tightens his grip on the championship lead; Dominique Aegerter takes victory in WorldSSP FOCUS ON SUPERPOLE WorldSBK In qualifying, thanks to […]

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Denied victory in final moments at WorldSBK Circuito Estoril finish

May 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Final Corner Dash Denies Razgatlıoğlu Victory in Estoril Race 1 After a dramatic fight and leading for more than 15 laps, Pata Yamaha with Brixx WorldSBK racer Toprak Razgatlıoğlu was denied victory in the final […]

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Stunning photofinish win at WorldSSP Estoril

May 22, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The party explodes on the pit wall and in the garage when Alvaro Bautista manages to overtake Toprak Razgatlioglu under the chequered flag. This was the end of Race-1 for the Estoril Round, third event of the 2022 WorldSBK […]

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Topped the timesheets in Free Practice at Circuito Estoril WorldSBK

May 21, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Razgatlıoğlu Sets Commanding P1 Pace in Estoril Friday Free Practice Pata Yamaha with Brixx WorldSBK rider Toprak Razgatlıoğlu topped the timesheets in Free Practice at Circuito Estoril as the third round of FIM Superbike World […]

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Round 3: 2022 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship VIRginia International Raceway

May 21, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Sunnyvale, Calif., May 20, 2022 – Heading into round three of the 2022 MotoAmerica Superbike Championship at VIRginia International Raceway, Danilo Petrucci (Warhorse HSBK Racing Ducati NYC) had only one practice session at the Alton, Va., […]

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FIM Hard Enduro 2022 – Xross Hard Enduro Rally Zlatibor Serbia

May 21, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Red Bull KTM Factory Racing’s Manuel Lettenbichler has made a triumphant return to racing following injury to secure a memorable win at round two of the FIM Hard Enduro World Championship in Serbia. Putting in […]

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World record motorcycle altitude 6157 meters reached

May 21, 2022 Michael Le Pard

An ultimate Yamaha Ténéré 700 test that turned a mountain rookie into a world record holder It’s a world record! Yamaha’s ambassador Pol Tarrés reaches a 6.157,5 meter altitude on his Ténéré 700. Restlessly dreaming […]

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WEEKEND RACING ACTION SCHEDULE – MAY 21-22ND

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Team Suzuki Press Office – May 20. The fourth racing weekend in May sees Suzuki teams and riders on track in the USA and the UK. In America, Vision Wheel M4 ECSTAR Suzuki are at […]

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Malcolm Stewart Continues to Rehab and miss upcoming AMA Pro Motocross Championship

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Rockstar Energy Husqvarna Factory Racing’s Malcolm Stewart is expected to miss the first half of the upcoming AMA Pro Motocross Championship as he continues to rehab an ongoing knee injury sustained during the Supercross season. […]

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Very positive indications for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team WorldSSP Estoril

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

The Friday’s free practices for the Estoril Round, the third event of the 2022 WorldSBK season, concluded at the Circuito Estoril (Portugal) with very positive indications for the Aruba.it Racing – Ducati team. Alvaro Bautista […]

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Topping the timesheets as Supersport action commenced in Estoril

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Reigning World Supersport champion Dominique Aegerter led the way as World Supersport action commenced in Estoril for round three of the 2022 season. The Ten Kate Yamaha WorldSSP Supported Team rider was the only rider […]

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Blisteringly quick WorldSBK Estoril qualifying

May 20, 2022 Michael Le Pard

Top Three for GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team on Opening Day at Estoril After almost a month since its last outing, the GYTR GRT Yamaha WorldSBK Team returned to action at Circuito Estoril, going third […]

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